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If Rh (D) immunoglobulin is given for a sensitising event, is it still necessary to give Rh (D) immunoglobulin prophylactically at 28 and 34 weeks?

April 26, 2017event given immunoglobulin necessary prophylactically Rh sensitising

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If Rh (D) immunoglobulin is given for a sensitising event, is it still necessary to give Rh (D) immunoglobulin prophylactically at 28 and 34 weeks?

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Yes, as you cannot be sure of the amount of passive antibody remaining after the sensitising event. Antenatal prophylaxis doses should be given in addition to doses administered for sensitising events.